NET#WORK BBDO MIDWEIGHT SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER
TBWA South Africa
2026/09/09   Gauteng

Job Ref #: Net001
Industry: Advertising
Job Type: Contract
Positions Available: 2
The Midweight Social Media Manager will be responsible for developing and executing social media strategies across a portfolio of key client accounts. The successful candidate will play a critical role in translating business and brand objectives into engaging social content, integrated campaigns, influencer programmes and measurable digital outcomes.
Job Description

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa
Agency: Net#work BBDO
Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract

ABOUT US

At Net#work BBDO, we believe in creating work that moves people and brands forward. As one of South Africa's leading creative agencies, we partner with some of the country's most recognised brands to deliver innovative, culturally relevant and commercially impactful marketing solutions.

We are seeking two dynamic, digitally savvy and strategically minded Midweight Social Media Managers to join our growing team.

THE ROLE

The Midweight Social Media Manager will be responsible for developing and executing social media strategies across a portfolio of key client accounts. The successful candidate will play a critical role in translating business and brand objectives into engaging social content, integrated campaigns, influencer programmes and measurable digital outcomes.

This role requires a professional who is equally comfortable developing strategic recommendations, managing client relationships, leading content initiatives, analysing performance data and identifying opportunities to grow accounts and brand presence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement social media strategies across multiple platforms.
• Lead content planning and social media campaign implementation.
• Manage client relationships and provide strategic recommendations.
• Identify trends, audience insights and growth opportunities.
• Manage influencer and creator partnerships.
• Monitor and report on campaign performance.
• Collaborate with creative, strategy, media and production teams.
• Support business growth through proactive ideas and client engagement.

Job Requirements

 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Qualifications
• Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Digital Marketing, Media Studies or related discipline.

Experience
• Minimum 4-6 years' experience in Social Media Management or Digital Marketing.
• Proven experience developing social media strategies and content plans.
• Strong understanding of Meta, TikTok, Instagram, LinkedIn, X and emerging social platforms.
• Excellent client management and presentation skills.
• Agency experience will be highly advantageous.
• Strong analytical and reporting capability.
• Experience working with social listening and social media management platforms.
• Passion for digital culture, trends and innovation.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Social Media Strategy & Planning
• Content Development & Community Management
• Influencer Marketing
• Social Listening & Audience Intelligence
• Performance Analytics & Reporting
• Meta Business Suite
• TikTok Business Centre
• Google Analytics

Advantageous Platform Experience:
• Brandwatch
• Meltwater
• Sprinklr
• Emplifi

WHY JOIN NET#WORK BBDO?

• Work with leading local and international brands.
• Collaborate with award-winning creative and strategy teams.
• Exposure to integrated campaigns and innovative digital projects.
• Opportunity to influence strategy and drive measurable impact.
• Professional growth and development opportunities.
• Be part of an agency that values creativity, collaboration and excellence.